1.The Three Language Mechanism :
The sole supremacy of English as a language of instruction and communication in schools will encounter a modification. The policy has highlighted the use of the mother tongue or local language as a primary medium of instruction till class 5. After that, however, it has been recommended to continue its usage till class 8 and beyond.
Besides, according to the three-language policy, all students will learn three languages which the states, regions and students themselves will choose. Meanwhile, it points out that two out of three languages ought to be native to India, and the other one will be a local language.
The rule applies to both private and public schools, which must facilitate high-quality textbooks available in local languages. In addition, the policy recommends teachers use a bilingual approach, including bilingual teaching and learning materials.
2. Amalgamation of Essential Subjects, Skills and Capacities:-
Students graduating from college often struggle to find a job as they fail to demonstrate the necessary skills during the interview. For instance, a B Tech graduate moves to a different city, hoping to secure an entry-level position but face failure. The reason behind such occurrences largely relates to the skill gap, something which the policy addressed.
Hence, the curriculum structure amalgamates specific subjects, skills, and capacities. For example, the policy emphasizes proficiency in languages and hosts of skills, including evidence-based thinking and problem-solving. Additionally, the pedagogies will be designed to enhance communication skills, collaboration and teamwork.
Besides, the school curriculum will include unique subjects, such as Coding and Computational skills, to enhance students' preparedness for future challenges.
3.Teacher Encouragement:-
It is impossible to facilitate high-quality education without capable and qualified teachers; therefore, NEP 2020 has emphasized teachers’ competency. In addition, many merit-based scholarships shall be instituted across the country for studying quality 4-year integrated B.Ed. Programmes. As a result, outstanding teaching aspirants will pursue the profession, allowing local students, especially female students, to work as highly-qualified teachers who speak the local language.
Simultaneously, the Teacher Eligibility Tests (TET) will include better test material in terms of content and pedagogy. Also, classroom demonstrations or interviews will become a primary part of the teacher-hiring process in schools.
Flexibility to Choose Subjects from 9th to 12th Grade:-
The National Curriculum Framework offers students the flexibility to choose subjects or courses they choose in higher education. Previously, there was limited choice, and students had to choose pre-selected courses. According to the draft, "Students can make informed decisions about pursuing this discipline in higher education by developing knowledge of the key academic subject structures and theories of the discipline and developing capacities of inquiry in that discipline."
There will be 8 groups from 9th to 12th grade where students can choose their preferred subject in the last four years of school.
Humanities, Mathematics-Computing, Vocational Education, Physical Education, Arts Education, Social Science, and Inter-Disciplinary Subjects will be grouped into 8 categories.
These four years, from 9th standard to 12th, will be split into two groups, 9th, 10th, and 11th, 12th.
In the first phase (9th & 10th), science, social science, and the humanities will be taught. While in the second phase (11th & 12th) will be training in History, Physics, and language subjects.
The semester system will follow up for classes 11th and 12th (twice-a-year assessment), whereas 9th and 10th will follow the previous annual mode of assessment.
The student must pass 16 papers to complete their 12th-grade education in this manner (courses). They must select four subjects from a list of eight across three subject groupings.
NEP 5+3+3+4 Classes and Exam Pattern:-
The policy is a comprehensive framework, and its class and exam pattern are essential for its success. Below, we have assembled a structure, as reported by the National Curriculum Framework that explains how classes will commence during the schooling journey of a child:
Preparatory to Middle Phase till 9th Standard focus on:-
Every weekday in the Preparatory and Middle Stages must always begin with a 25-minute assembly.
The following will be broken down into 40-minute segments. If the subject requires a block period then the classes will last 80 minutes.
Before moving on to another subject, students will have a 5-minute transition period to prepare for their classes.
However, the schedule has been updated to include a 15-minute snack break and a 45-minute lunch break.
There will be no assembly on Saturday, and lunch will last an hour.
From 9th Standard to 12th Standard:-
Again, workdays will commence with a 25-minute assembly. Even though their classes last 50 minutes, their overall class time will be 100 minutes.
Students are given five minutes to prepare for the next lesson during the transition period. Even though the lunch break has been extended to 55 minutes, they have not been given any extra refreshment time..
There will also be no Saturday assemblies. Moreover, there will be an additional enrichment period in these classes. Students will now have longer school days as a result. It is designed for the students to use the additional time for coursework subject-matter exposure..